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N351 PHX

1996 BMW F650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,190 mi
Last recorded50,190 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 BMW F65028,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN351 PHX
MakeBMW
ModelF650
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 50,190 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 50,142 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Sprockets worn

Pass 4 Sep 2017 43,730 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 35,709 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 35,706 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 34,824 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 33,740 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 33,740 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 29,844 miles

Offside Rear Lower Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 28,365 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Mar 2011 26,209 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 24,654 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Handlebars possibly bent

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 23,266 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 21,500 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 19,672 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F650?

Based on 23,786 MOT tests across 2,143 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
832
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
2,143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 498
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 367
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 272
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 259
Drive chain excessively loose 131
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N351 PHX is a 1996 BMW F650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 BMW F650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 28,063 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW F650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 498 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N351 PHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F650 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this BMW F650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N351 PHX registered?

N351 PHX is a 1996 BMW F650, first registered on 22 May 1996.

Is N351 PHX safe to buy?

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